James Murphy
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James Jeremiah Murphy (born February 4, 1970) is an American musician, DJ, singer, songwriter, and record producer. His most well-known musical project is LCD Soundsystem, which first gained attention with its single "Losing My Edge" in 2002 before releasing its eponymous debut album in February 2005 to critical acclaim and top 20 success in the UK. LCD Soundsystem's second and third studio albums, Sound of Silver (2007) and This Is Happening (2010) respectively, were praised by several music review outlets. Both albums have also reached the top 50 in the Billboard 200. LCD Soundsystem was named one of Rolling Stone's New Immortals—"currently active (or relatively recently defunct) artists who [they] think will stand the test of time." In 2011, LCD Soundsystem announced they would disband with a final show on April 2, 2011 at Madison Square Garden. In the following years, Murphy continued to pursue other artistic projects – some music-related, others not. In early 2016, the band announced a reunion as well as an appearance at the 2016 Coachella Festival, with their fourth album American Dream and respective tour following afterwards in 2017. In May 2018 and in August 2024, LCD Soundsystem was a headliner at All Points East festival in Victoria Park, London. Description above from the Wikipedia article James Murphy (electronic musician), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Murphy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of James Murphy's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Murphy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Breadcrumb Trail, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best James Murphy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from James Murphy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Murphy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Swatantrya Veer Savarkar | Winston Churchill | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Meet Me in the Bathroom | Self - LCD Soundsystem | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | LCD Soundsystem Holiday Special | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Breadcrumb Trail | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | What Difference Does It Make? | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Her: Love in the Modern Age | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Comedy | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Shut Up and Play the Hits | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | LCD Soundsystem: The Long Goodbye | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Dance Yrself Clean | Kermit the Frog | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Part of the Weekend Never Dies | Self | Average | Similar → |
James Murphy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of James Murphy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Murphy is "Breadcrumb Trail" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has James Murphy acted in?
James Murphy has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by James Murphy?
Other notable films include "Shut Up and Play the Hits", "Swatantrya Veer Savarkar", and "Part of the Weekend Never Dies".